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… Babies under 6 months are particularly at risk, although breast-fed infants have less exposure to nitrate than … has first been tested safe for nitrate levels. If possible, breastfeed your baby Boiling your water can increase the … Ready-to-feed formula is recommended if you are not breastfeeding and you do not have access to a safe water …
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… Nutrition Series Download PDF Document English Human milk (breast milk) is the only food a baby needs for the first 6 … feeding guidelines for babies and toddlers (#69k) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding (#70) … Feeding your baby …
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… how to feed your baby (PDF, 178KB, Perinatal Services BC) Breastfeeding or chestfeeding  Human milk (breast milk) is the only food or drink your baby needs for the first 6 months. Learn about the benefits of breastfeeding or chestfeeding, when to offer your baby human …
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… help you feel better and reduce your risk of future heart problems. The program includes exercise, education, and … succeed. You will learn how to reduce your risk for heart problems, how to manage stress, and how to eat a … of life. It can help reduce your risk of future heart problems, stay out of the hospital, and manage your …
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… (also called neonatal abstinence syndrome) is a set of problems that may affect a child if the mother used certain … Cry a lot. Have trouble feeding and sleeping. Have stomach problems like vomiting and diarrhea. This can be stressful … But less severe effects, such as behaviour or learning problems, may not be noticed until your child is in school. …
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… people who get acute bronchitis get better without any problems. But it can be more serious in older adults and children and in people who have other health problems such as asthma or COPD . Complications can include … have lung disease (such as asthma or COPD ) or other health problems. How is acute bronchitis treated? Most people can …
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… can be a problem or can be serious. If you're having problems with side effects, talk to your doctor. Your doctor … interactions can be dangerous. Harm during pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding, ask your doctor or pharmacist if all the …
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… risk for sudden cardiac death. footnote 1 Some other health problems can increase the chance of a deadly heart rhythm. … doctor appointments, and call your doctor if you're having problems. Heart Attack and Unstable … risk for sudden cardiac death. footnote 1 Some other health problems can increase the chance of a deadly heart rhythm. …
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… are higher than average. Even though CVS can find certain problems, it can't guarantee that your baby will be born … your baby may be born with certain kinds of serious health problems. CVS is usually done between weeks 10 and 13 of a … a sample of these cells and check them for certain health problems. What information can CVS provide? Chorionic villus …
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… is taxing for both mom and baby. You may experience some problems after birth, including pain, difficulty urinating and bowel problems. Find out more in this section. After childbirth: pelvic bone problems After childbirth: urination and bowel problems